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  1. Crashton

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    #3 Crashton, Jul 9, 2021
    IF the weight of the R56 is not very different from the R58 I'd say go for it. KW V1 coil overs are supposed to very good.

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    #5 General Tso, Jul 12, 2021
    That's what I was thinking... the ride would be a bit stiffer. That's fine though, better a stiffer ride than bouncy.

    I did buy the V1's. I have not installed them yet as I'm waiting for the set of 5mm spacers I ordered. I'll report back after installation on how they ride.

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    #2 MCS02, Jul 8, 2021
    Welcome to MA! You are correct the R58 is heavier I have one it weighs 2779lb it’s a JCW. I am not sure how much a R56 weighs. I would think it will be stiffer on the R56 vs the R58. I am not sure how this would effect the rebound valving. Sorry I am not much help
     
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    #6 00Mini, Jul 12, 2021
    Looking forward to your report on they install and ride.
     
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    #4 MCS02, Jul 9, 2021
    Looking at a R56 owners manual it looks like the R56 is only 78lb lighter. I dont think that would make a difference.